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Eggplant with Ground Meat
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15 MIN
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4 servings
About This Recipe
This irresistible Spicy Eggplant with Minced Meat is a flavor-packed dish that combines tender steamed eggplant with a savory, aromatic sauce. The eggplant is first steamed to perfection, ensuring a melt-in-your-mouth texture, then paired with a rich stir-fried sauce made from minced meat, ginger, garlic, dried chili peppers, and nutty sesame seeds. A splash of cooking wine enhances the meat’s depth, while bean paste and soy sauce create a robust umami base. For an extra kick, chili powder adds vibrant heat and color. Finished with fresh scallions for a burst of fragrance and visual appeal, this dish is a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Quick to prepare yet restaurant-quality, it’s a must-try for anyone who loves bold, comforting meals. Serve it over rice for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress!
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
15m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- eggplant 1 medium (about 300g)
- minced meat 150g
The aromatics
- ginger 10g (about 1 small piece)
- garlic 5g (about 2 cloves)
- dried chili peppers 5g (2-3 pieces)
- sesame seeds 1 tbsp
The sauce & seasonings
- bean paste 2 tbsp
menu_book Directions
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Step 1
Steam the eggplant for about 10 minutes until it’s cooked, then cut it into segments and set aside.
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Step 2
Heat oil in a pan, add minced meat and a small amount of cooking wine to remove the fishy smell. Cook over low heat until it’s slightly browned and fragrant, then add ginger, garlic, dried chili peppers, and sesame seeds to stir-fry until fragrant. Finally, add bean paste and soy sauce to stir-fry into a sauce.
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Step 3
Add chili powder to the stir-fried sauce if desired to enhance the spiciness and color.
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Step 4
Sprinkle some chopped scallions on top before serving to add fragrance and as a garnish.
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